Sari Placemats, Set Of 2, Handmade Table Mats, Reversible
A unique set of 2 reversible sari placemats. Pieces of sari cloth are carefully matched and stitched in straight, even rows to brighten your table. It's double-sided so you can choose one colour and pattern one day, and the other side the next.
Bright colours, bold prints, charming patchwork and unique pairings reflect local vibrancy and spirit and ensure no one else has a table setting exactly like yours.
The word 'kantha' means 'patched cloth' and Bangladeshi and Northwest Indian women have made functional items out of saris like this for centuries. These stunning kantha products are superimposed layers of vintage sari cloth, carefully hand-sewn with neat rows of contrasting thread to form a beautiful finished set of unique dinner decor. Each item is made from 100% reclaimed vintage cotton sari cloth.
These unique placemats were handcrafted by women who were previously trafficked into or otherwise engaged in formal or floating sex work (or at risk), now employed in work that brings dignity & livelihood. Our kantha blankets are all made in a generous, safe space by vulnerable and at-risk women who can now work with dignity because of purchases like yours. We stand by our products and are confident that you won't find a kantha that is as unique, versatile, rich in story, or as well-constructed as our beautiful hand-stitched kantha products.
//Material
Vintage cotton fabric from repurposed saris
//Dimensions
Approximately 33 x 45 cm (approx. 13 x 17.5 in)
//Care
Dry cleaning is recommended to maintain the vibrant colour and texture of your vintage cotton kantha product.
Every single purchase from this collection changes lives & builds futures.
Discover beautiful fair trade accessories and gifts from Shakti.ism, a social enterprise brand on a mission to empower and support marginalised women.
They partner with local grassroots NGOs to ensure their support is reaching people who need it most. Often these are women and girls who have experienced or are at risk of gender-based violence as well as other disadvantages.
Shakti.ism and their partners create a supportive space for the women to develop their skills as artisans and entrepreneurs. This training and support creates far-reaching ripples of change. It helps ensure the women have a sustainable livelihood for the future, breaks the cycle of poverty and preserves local traditions.
Every item in the Shakti.ism collection represents a brighter future, in the form of dignified employment, a living wage, hope and opportunities – for both the women themselves and their children.
Shop for one-of-a-kind pouches, tote bags, yoga mats and more, all of which are handmade using repurposed and recycled donated sari fabric.
